Metroparks Toledo

Join Our Team! Glass City and Glass City Riverwalk are expanding, we are seeking individuals who love to be outdoors.   CREW LEADER - qualified individuals ensure high levels of visitor satisfaction by assisting in the management of maintenance operations of park facilities and grounds.    HORTICULTURAL TECHNICIAN - your role would include supporting the maintenance of gardens and park areas.   PARK TECHNICIAN 2 - this position helps keep our parks clean, safe and natural by maintaining our grounds and facilities in excellent condition for park visitors.   To review the job requirements or to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/gX9AVEw. EOE   #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo #JoinOurTeam #NowHiring

In honor of Huntington National Bank's Colleague Appreciation Week, Huntington colleagues were given the opportunity to vote for a community organization in their region that they would like to support financially, and collectively voted support Metroparks.    Huntington’s gift of $5,000 will support outreach programs to help further engage our community in all nature has to offer. We are humbled and grateful for this wonderful gift to the Metroparks mission.   Huntington, we are grateful for all you do to strengthen the communities you serve. Together we are making lives better.   #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo #Partnerships #Donations

Cranes Returning to Area Thanks to Restored Habitat   Sandhill cranes are now nesting at Secor Metropark, thanks to a recent park expansion and natural resources restoration. Nearby Irwin Prairie State Nature Preserve is an example of the type of habitat the birds need to thrive. Together, the park and preserve, along with other public and private properties in the Oak Openings Corridor, are working together to improve habitat for cranes and other wildlife. Learn more in this week's Metroparks Meetup segment on 13abc.   Watch this week’s Metroparks Meetup https://lnkd.in/ezsfdr32   #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo #Conservation #Nature

Over the weekend, Metroparks conservation science staff deployed the last of five radio transmitters on wood thrush at Pearson. Birds wearing the transmitters will be detected by the Motus wildlife tracking tower at Pearson North, and any other of the hundreds of Motus towers the birds may pass on their fall migration to Central America. There are 600 wood thrushes across their breeding range in eastern North America that are receiving Motus transmitters this summer as one of the biggest bird migration studies in the world kicks off. Metroparks is collaborating partners with the Ohio Division of Wildlife, The Ohio State University, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to make this research possible.

Parks are Cool Cooling the environment is one of the benefits of parks. During this week’s heat, a walk in the woods under the radiation-blocking tree canopy will make you feel cooler. Be safe: *Hike early *Carry water *Wear loose, breathable, light-colored clothing *Always be aware of what trail you are on. Check the kiosk map at the trailhead before heading out. #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo

Caribbean American Heritage Month is celebrated every June to honor and celebrate America’s rich and diverse culture which includes the Caribbean-American population. This month aims to recognize the contributions of all Caribbean-American people and to teach people more about their culture and history. To learn more about the Caribbean American Heritage Month visit CaribbeanAmericanMonth.com. #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo #Caribbean #YouBelow

There’s no better way to celebrate #NationalTrailsDay then spending it in your Metroparks. With a variety of trails ranging from 15.2 miles to less than a mile there is something for everyone and every skill level. Begin your journey on one of the regional trails that traverse the beautiful Oak Openings Region such as the Wabash Cannonball Trail (South and North forks) and the Oak Openings Hiking Trail or try the Egert Trail at Howard Marsh. There are 19 parks and over 215 miles of trails to explore. For a complete list of trails visit https://lnkd.in/gMwWSFzK. #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo #Trails #Explore #MakingMemories #OutInNature

June is Pride Month, a tribute to those involved in the Stonewall Riots. Join the celebration by attending parades, festivals and concerts taking place around the globe. There are always ways to get involved — while learning about social history along the way.   In northwest Ohio, Toledo Pride is celebrated in August, beginning Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25.   #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo #YouBelong #PrideMonth #ToledoPride #Pride

The accolades for Glass City Metropark are piling up. Today, the National Recreation and Park Association announced that the park is a recipient of an Innovation Award for park design. The award recognizes park and recreation agencies that have "improved and strengthened their communities through innovative practices," according to National Recreation and Park Association. This winter, Glass City won first place in a contest by the OHIO PARKS AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION and went on to capture the best-of-show Governor’s Award. More details on our Blog https://lnkd.in/eSxzqY5h #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo

Happy 20th Birthday, Blue Creek Native Nursery 🌿🎉 We're grateful to our dedicated volunteers and staff for helping us grow. We started humbly with less than an acre of small plant beds. Today, we have 35 acres of native seed production fields, which have helped seed thousands of park restoration acres to date. Each seed planted and plant nurtured is a testament to conservation and environmental stewardship.   Your support has been vital to our mission to restore and protect our area, from the globally rare Oak Openings to the Lake Erie Coastal Zone.   Here's to 20 years of conservation and many more to come!   #ParksAreCommonGround #ThisIsToledo #NativePlants #NativeNursery #HappyBirthday #Celebration